Location:
Michigan City, Indiana, United States
Job ID:
R0095937
Date Posted:
2025-06-03
Company Name:
HITACHI GLOBAL AIR POWER US, LLC
Profession (Job Category):
Production & Skilled Trades
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
Hitachi Global Air Power:
We build the machines that power industry. We are Hitachi Global Air Power, a leading global industrial compressed air manufacturer driving the innovations that keep the world moving.
From our headquarters in Michigan City, Indiana, our compressed air solutions power manufacturing operations all around the globe: from food and beverage to life-saving pharmaceuticals and cutting edge semi-conductor chips. Our portable compressors provide the air power to build roads and bridges, lay pipelines and aid in oil and gas mining and production.
We are a team of innovators, engineers, and quality experts with a shared vision to create the next generation of efficient, environment-forward compressed air solutions that meet the demands of today, while boldly contributing to a sustainable, circular economy. With more than 58 years of legacy and trusted performance through our brands - Hitachi, Sullair, and Champion (Australia), we are proud of our reputation for reliability, durability, and performance and groundbreaking engineering.
Join us in building a future where your work has an impact. At Hitachi Global Air Power, you will be part of a global network that is shaping the future of industrial power.
Summary of the position:
The Value Steam Manager, Director to Senior Manager, provides leadership and supervision to manufacturing, manufacturing and quality engineering, planning/ production control, maintenance, and matrix leadership role for additional operations' team members working for the same value stream to create and sustain a world class operations team.
This position is on site at the Hitachi Global Air Power facility in Michigan City, Indiana, and reports to the Vice President, Operations.
- Direct and coordinate the execution of manufacturing operations and schedules based on sales requirements and value stream capacity
- Introduce and sustain KPls, performance boards and visual management to improve performance and communications - SQDIP-E
- Assess talent, recruit and hire new team members that both enhance the team overall match the needs of the HGAP business
- Will and must develop her/ his skills and adapt leadership style to collaborate, work and drive change in a cross-functional, matrix structure
- Support, lead and participate with Quality, R&D and Engineering on new product introductions
- Receive and maintain QS 9000 and ISO 14001 certifications and other industry certifications, as required
- Host frequent safety training programs and maintain employee safety and OSHA compliance
- Develop training plan for new employees in conjunction with Training Specialist and HR Business Partners
- Assistant Value Steam Leaders and Team Leaders for Kaizen events
- Participate in daily Gemba walks to address issues, escalate recurring issues and provide solutions
- Establish best practices and rules for improving all phases of operations and maintenance of the production lines resulting in improve OEE
The successful candidate will have a detailed understanding, knowledge and experience with manufacturing operations, team member development and strong comprehension of and flexibility to lead a value-steam business with a cross-functional, matrix mindset.
Duties and responsibilities:
The Value Stream Manager is responsible for meeting business commitments for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory, Productivity and Engagement (SQDIP-E). The VS Manager possesses leadership ability and highly effective communication skills. The position is expected to spend 3-4 hours per day on the production floor auditing, coaching, and facilitating continuous improvement.
- Develops each team member to become effective in his/her job through training, counseling, and checking results.
- Monitors and evaluates performance of employees and provides feedback as required.
- Works with HR Business Partners, Training Specialist and others to identify and implement direct reports, dotted- line reports and team members developmental needs
- Makes and executes decisions regarding work assignments that support KPls and cross-training.
- Responsible for developing high-performing, flexible team(s).
- Coaches the team(s) to achieve excellence.
- Fosters a culture of teamwork.
- Takes responsibility for 6S, KAI ZEN, and other lean activities within organization.
- Drives change and innovation.
- Builds continuous improvement culture within team{s).
- Participates in establishing departmental goals relative to labor utilization and department efficiency.
- Measures factory performance to the standard.
- Monitors conformance to process and quality standards and ensures compliance.
- Develops audit plans that support. •
- Tracks all applicable metrics, taking actions as necessary to meet KPI targets.
- Publishes performance results to key stake holders as required.
- Enforces all Company policies, rules, and regulations.
- Leads cultural change and develops world class manufacturing concepts.
- Behaviors include - high degree of accountability, ethics, integrity and responsibility.
- Additional duties, responsibilities and assignments as required.
Qualifications:
Education:
- BS Degree in Engineering, Business Administration or Operations Management
- Advanced degree preferred
Professional experience:
- 15 years of functional manufacturing operations experience with special emphasis on continuous improvement and organizational transformation
- Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of an organization (internal/external) and across global nationalities and cultures
- High level of expertise in the use of analytical tools such as Excel and ERP systems.
- Capable and comfortable driving improvements and results within a matrix structure
- Strong presentation skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor
Key behaviors:
- Candidate must work well in a cross-functional and matrix environment. Strict attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently daily. Must be results-oriented, high energy, and a representative of the Hitachi Global Air Power Values.
Direct reports:
- Include both direct reports, Value Stream Leaders, and various "dotted-line", cross-functional reports such as Manufacturing and Quality engineers and technicians, Production Control/ Planning team members, Maintenance and additional cross-functional roles, as required.
The successful candidate is responsible for complying with Hitachi Global Air Power US Code of Ethics and related policies. In performing the job, the incumbent shall take all steps necessary to comply with our safety rules and requirements and must actively support the organization's efforts to meet and exceed its goals of creating and maintaining a safe workplace.
This description is to serve as a guide. It is intended to be flexible and will continue to evolve over time with business needs and demands and may be updated periodically and at the Company's discretion.
Hitachi Global Air Power US is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on race, religion, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or other protected categories under applicable law, whether in recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, compensation, or other conditions of employment.
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